Patient's question:
My little girl is 5 years old. At first, she said that even drinking water made her throat hurt. She was also found to have a slightly hoarse voice when speaking, and it seemed like she had a low fever that never went away. Please ask: How should I treat my child's tonsillitis and low fever?Doctor's answer:
The treatment of pediatric tonsillitis can involve selecting sensitive antibiotics based on bacterial culture. Additionally, local treatments can be administered, including tonsillar crypt irrigation, intratonsillar drug injection, laser therapy, etc. For children with significant sore throat symptoms, pain-relieving medications can be used. If the child still has a slight fever, fever-reducing measures should be taken. If the temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, prompt medical attention is necessary. These are common treatment methods. However, if the child experiences recurrent tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider early surgery. During treatment, it is important to provide the child with adequate nutrition, focusing on a light diet, and ensure sufficient rest to avoid fatigue.